for householder, 40 to $64,000, the tax hike would be $2,000. and with those incomes of $64,000 up to 6 figures, it would be a $3,500 tax increase. >>> it's not all dire economic news. retailers are still looking for workers this holiday season. why that's encouraging news for businesses. >>> and some amazing video from a jewelry store. a toddler leaves justifies before a car crashes in. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, steady improvement in hiring. but wall street isn't too . as >>> consumer confidence is at its highest level in almost 5 years boosted by a steady improvement in hiring but wall street isn't too impressed by the numbers as stocks are down for the day. you can see right now, the dow is down 58. >>> even though we're in the middle of the holiday shopping season, retailers are still hiring. but analysts say it's a good sign. it shows stronger consumer confidence, which retailers hope translates into increased holiday spending. more than 300,000 retail jobs were posted in october alone. >>> and 'tis the season for theft. livermore police are warning